ChiaoGoo – Knotty House

By A Mystery Man Writer

Last updated 01 Jun 2024

Retailer of Scheepjes, Tulip, ChiaoGoo and Lykke! Plus so much more!
These 5″ (13 cm) precisely-machined, lace tips are made of surgical stainless steel. The size is laser imprinted on each tip. TWIST tips can be used with SPIN nylon cables.

TWIST cables are memory-free! They consist of a multi-strand, steel cable coated with red nylon. This 8″ (20 cm) length can be used with our 4″ (10 cm) tips to make a 16″ (40 cm) circular or connected to other cables. Lifeline holes can be found at each end of these cables. Insert the T-shaped tightening key into the lifeline hole to assist with securing your tip/cable connection. SPIN tips will work with TWIST cables. Available in both small [S], large [L] and now MINI!

Mini [M] cables require tips ranging from US 000 - 1.5 (1.5mm - 2.5mm).
Small [S] cables require tips ranging from US 2 - 8 (2.75mm - 5.0mm).
Large [L] cables require tips ranging from US 9 - 15 (5.5mm - 10.0mm)

Say hello to the needles of every sock-makers dreams, the ChiaoGoo Twist Shorties!

This set makes 9″ through 14″ circulars with 12 pairs of 2″ and 3″ solid, surgical stainless steel tips. Each tip length comes in sizes US0/2mm – US3 /3.25mm. Tips have two tightening holes to securely connect to the MINI-diameter flexible, memory-free red cables you all know and love. The set comes in a convenient tip sleeve with labelled pockets and snap closure that safely holds the tips. All of this is stored in a compact red zippered pouch with

• Three different MINI-diameter cable lengths; 1 x each of 5, 6 and 8. Plus, end stoppers, stitch markers, a mini needle gauge and tightening keys.

PLEASE NOTE:

These tips have the MINI diameter connection, so they will also fit the Twist Mini cables 8 inch through 37 inch cords.

**the shorties will also be available for individuals sale in COMBO packs soon!

All of our TWIST sets include 5″ (13 cm), surgical stainless steel, lace tips and three cable lengths to make 24″ (60 cm), 32″ (80 cm) and 40″ (100 cm) circulars. TWIST red cables are memory free! They consist of a multi-strand, steel cable coated with red nylon. Also included with each set are easy-to-read, coded cable connectors, end stoppers, T-shaped tightening keys, stitch markers, a needle gauge and compact, zipper-enclosed, fabric case. TWIST & SPIN tips, cables and accessories are all switchable!

Available in 4 set sizes:

Mini: (1.50mm - 2.5mm)

Small: (2.75mm - 5.0mm)

Large: (5.5mm - 10mm)

COMPLETE: (2.75mm - 10mm)

Shorties with the new X-Flex Blue Cables – Chiaogoo has expanded the TWIST Shorties Interchangeable System to include sizes US4 (3.5mm) – US8 (5mm). Tips have a small [S] diameter join. 2″ (5cm) tips are solid stainless steel and the 3″ (8cm) are hollow stainless steel.

Set comes in a blue nylon pouch (just like the red one) with the new blue, X-Flex (extra flexible) cables, a tip sleeve, end stoppers, cable connectors, stitch markers and a needle gauge.

**Mini [M] cables require tips ranging from US 000 - 1.5 (1.5mm - 2.5mm)
Small [S] cables require tips ranging from US 2 - 8 (2.75mm - 5.0mm)
Large [L] cables require tips ranging from US 9 - 15 (5.5mm - 10.0mm)

Now you can get your 'shortie' tips in individual packs! Each combo pack includes one 2 (5 cm) and one 3 (8 cm) set of same the size tips along with one 5 (13 cm) and one 6 (15 cm) red MINI, multi-strand, nylon-coated, memory-free steel cable. Tips are made with solid, surgical stainless steel.

These 4″ (13 cm) precisely-machined, lace tips are made of surgical stainless steel. The size is laser imprinted on each tip. TWIST tips can be used with SPIN nylon cables.

PREORDER…Expected January 26th!!

New for the 2.0…
The 2.75 to 5mm needles are now made of carbon fiber shaft with a stainless steel tip. The 5.5 to 10mm needles are still made of luxurious African blackwood with a stainless steel tip.

ChiaoGoo’s newest Special Edition interchangeable set, Forté 2.0, tips that are an elegant combination of sleek stainless steel and luxurious African Blackwood. The set also boasts the new SWIV360 interchangeable cables. Silver in color, the cables have the same properties as the much-loved red and blue TWIST cables PLUS an added swivel feature! Each threaded steel join is laser etched with the tip diameter and join size which will not wear off.

Made of REACH compliant man-made material, the Forté case is just as elegant and functional as the tips and cables. It includes a double-sided, removable needle board that firmly houses all tips; elastic that securely holds but gives easy access to accessories; and four pockets to hold the rest of your knitting supplies including a spot for your pattern or notes. And, true to the other ChiaoGoo cases, it opens book-style with a full zipper enclosure to ensure the contents are secure.

Set includes:
- 14 pairs of 5” (13 cm) tips US 2 - 15 (2.75 - 10mm)
- 6 memory-free SWIV360 cables
- steel scissors
- measuring tape
- end stoppers
- stitch markers
- darning needles
- swatch/needle gauge and much more!

**ALL Forté parts and pieces have [S] or [L] size joins so they are can be used with all other similarly coded interchangeable parts.

For every set sold, ChiaoGoo ensures that an African Blackwood tree is planted!

IN STOCK!

The NEW Shorties [Large] extension set includes 3” (8 cm) long tips in sizes US9 – 11 (5.5 – 8 mm) and cables to make 12” (30 cm) or 14” (36 cm) long circulars. The set comes in a yellow pocket pouch and includes three of the new SWIV360 cables, stoppers, connectors, stitch markers, a needle gauge, heart-shaped rubber gripper and tip sleeve. This set is great for knitting sleeves in-the-round!

ChiaoGoo’s stainless steel Double Point Sock Set have perfectly tapered tips in a smooth surgical stainless steel. Set contains 5 needles of each of the six sizes, from US 0 to US 3 (2 to 3.25mm). Sizes are laser imprinted on each needle to withstand the usual wear and tear!

Set comes contained in a zipper enclosed case, a 5-inch needle gauge and 12 stitch markers. An ideal set for sock knitting, but also fabulous for any lightweight DPN projects!

Made of surgical stainless steel, our 6″ (15 cm) double points have precisely machined and perfectly tapered tips. They have a smooth, satin-sheen finish with the size permanently laser imprinted on each needle. While lightweight and durable these needles are also very strong and 100% recyclable!

Stoppers for size L cords.